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Musings, Poetry & Prayers


OH MY SOUL
Throughout life I have experienced the highs and lows and as a pastor, spiritual director and friend, I have walked alongside others...
Sam Whiley
May 253 min read
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Don’t make decisions in spiritual lows or emotional highs
Don’t make decisions in spiritual lows or emotional highs—wait for a steady heart and clear mind. I love this wisdom and I’ve drawn on it...
Sam Whiley
May 161 min read
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One of the most sacred turning points in my spiritual journey
In recent years, one of the most sacred turning points in my spiritual journey has been entering the quiet depth of the Spiritual...
Sam Whiley
Apr 102 min read
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Fish,Woodsmoke & Travel-Stained Love
There's dust on your feet, Lord from the road, you walked It seems almost disrespectful thinking of you like that but it's true. Dirt...
Sam Whiley
Mar 131 min read
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Contemplatives in Action
What Does It Mean to Be a Contemplative in Action? Insights from Ignatian Spirituality In today’s fast-paced, chaotic world, the idea of...
Sam Whiley
Jan 243 min read
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The Art of Letting Go
In the journey of faith, we often encounter moments where we are called to release control, surrender attachments, and let go of the...
Sam Whiley
Jan 33 min read
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Cloth for the Cradle
Light looked downand saw darkness. 'I WILL GO THERE,' SAID LIGHT. Peace looked downand saw war. 'I WILL GO THERE,' SAID PEACE. Love...
Sam Whiley
Dec 19, 20231 min read
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Few Straight Lines
I would love to live Like a river flows, Carried by the surprise Of its own unfolding ​ Fluent by John O'Donohue Image | Mixed Media |...
Sam Whiley
Nov 3, 20231 min read
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Blessed Autumn
An Autumn Blessing Blessed are you, Autumn, the season of the heart’s yearning, You usher us into places of mystery and, like the leaves,...
Sam Whiley
Oct 24, 20231 min read
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